{"product_id":"smiths-st-paul-s-bakelite-mantel-clock-bim-bam-chime-fully-serviced-working","title":"Smiths St Paul’s Bakelite Mantel Clock Bim Bam Chime Fully Serviced Working","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eSmiths Enfield St Paul's Bakelite Bim Bam Mantel Clock – Mahn \u0026amp; Co\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003clink href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Playfair+Display:ital,wght@0,400;0,600;1,400\u0026amp;family=Source+Sans+3:wght@300;400;600\u0026amp;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  *, *::before, *::after { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n\n  body {\n    background: #f7f4ef;\n    color: #1c1c1c;\n    font-family: 'Source Sans 3', sans-serif;\n    font-weight: 400;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n  }\n\n  .hero {\n    background: #1a1a1a;\n    color: #f7f4ef;\n    padding: 48px 32px 40px;\n    text-align: center;\n  }\n  .hero-eyebrow {\n    font-family: 'Source Sans 3', sans-serif;\n    font-size: 11px;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    letter-spacing: 0.2em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    color: #b8924a;\n    margin-bottom: 14px;\n  }\n  .hero h1 {\n    font-family: 'Playfair Display', serif;\n    font-size: 2rem;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    line-height: 1.25;\n    margin-bottom: 10px;\n  }\n  .hero-sub {\n    font-size: 1rem;\n    color: #c8c0b4;\n    font-style: italic;\n    font-family: 'Playfair Display', serif;\n  }\n\n  .trust-bar {\n    background: #b8924a;\n    display: flex;\n    flex-wrap: wrap;\n    justify-content: center;\n    gap: 0;\n  }\n  .trust-item {\n    padding: 10px 20px;\n    font-size: 0.8rem;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    color: #1a1a1a;\n    letter-spacing: 0.05em;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    border-right: 1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.15);\n  }\n  .trust-item:last-child { border-right: none; 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Co Clock Repairs · Norwich\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch1\u003eSmiths Enfield \"St Paul's\" Bakelite Bim Bam Mantel Clock\u003c\/h1\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-sub\"\u003eEight-day twin-train movement, three-rod bim bam chime · Fully serviced and ready to enjoy today\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-bar\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\"\u003eFully Serviced\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\"\u003eRunning \u0026amp; Tested\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\"\u003eKey Included\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"trust-item\"\u003eHonest Descriptions\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eThe Clock\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eA Handsome Bakelite Mantel Clock, Properly Brought Back to Life\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis Smiths Enfield mantel clock is presented in a deep, polished dark Bakelite case with a stepped arch pediment and a substantial brass bezel. The silvered dial carries bold black Roman numerals, elegant black hands, and is printed \"SMITHS\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eInside is a genuine Smiths Enfield eight-day twin-train movement, chiming on the half hour and hour using a three-rod bim bam mechanism, a warmer, more musical alternative to a simple single-gong strike. The rear movement plate is clearly stamped \"SMITHS ENFIELD, MADE IN GREAT BRITAIN, BY THE ENFIELD CLOCK CO. LTD\", confirming genuine origin beyond doubt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eGenuine Enfield-made movements that have actually been serviced, rather than simply wound up and sold as seen, are becoming harder to find. This one has had the full Mahn \u0026amp; Co treatment and is ready to go straight onto your mantelpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"pills\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eSmiths Enfield\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eBakelite Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eEight-Day\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eThree-Rod Bim Bam Chime\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eOriginal Winding Key\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSmiths Enfield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSmiths English Clocks Ltd of Enfield were Britain's leading clock manufacturer through the mid twentieth century, producing millions of dependable clocks for homes across the country. This deep-cased, brass-bezelled Bakelite style was among their more refined mantel designs, paired here with a bim bam chiming movement rather than the more common single-gong strike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe backplate stamp confirms manufacture \"BY THE ENFIELD CLOCK CO. LTD\", tying this piece directly to Smiths' main clockmaking works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eThe Movement\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFully Serviced \u0026amp; Running Beautifully\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis movement has been fully stripped to component level, cleaned, and rebuilt using Novostar oil on the mainsprings and synthetic clock oil on the pivots. The three-rod bim bam chime was checked and adjusted, and the movement was bench tested over several days to confirm reliable timekeeping and correct chiming before being offered for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe bim bam chime has a warm, musical tone on the half hour and hour, distinct from a standard gong strike. Wind it, set it going, and it will do exactly what it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"specs-table\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmiths Enfield, by the Enfield Clock Co. Ltd\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMovement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEight-day twin-train mechanical movement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrike\/Chime\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-rod bim bam chime on the half hour and hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBakelite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 cm tall · 20 cm wide · 12 cm deep\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#888;font-size:0.85rem;\"\u003e8¾ in · 7⅞ in · 4¾ in\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded (original Smiths key)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"section-label\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eHonest Assessment — This One Presents Well\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"condition-box\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Bakelite case has been gently cleaned and polished as part of our preparation, bringing out a deep, rich shine. There is light age-related wear consistent with a clock of this age, but nothing that detracts from display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e The silvered dial is clean and legible, with crisp Roman numerals and original Smiths branding. The brass bezel has a lovely warm finish with light age-related patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully serviced by Mahn \u0026amp; Co. Running well and keeping good time. The bim bam chime sounds correctly on the half hour and hour. Ready to use immediately on arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"footer\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Buy From Mahn \u0026amp; Co?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"footer-points\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEvery clock we sell has been fully stripped, cleaned, lubricated, and bench tested. We do not list clocks that are not running properly — what you read is what arrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWe describe condition honestly. If something is less than perfect, we say so. There are no nasty surprises when the box is opened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMahn \u0026amp; Co is a clock repair and sales business based in Norwich, England. We work on British and French movements every day and know these clocks inside out — literally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWe pack with care and ship promptly. If anything is not right when it arrives, we will make it right. That is not small print — it is how we operate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuying a clock like this should be a pleasure. We aim to make it one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"footer-sign\"\u003eMahn \u0026amp; Co Clock Repairs · Norwich, England\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Smiths","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54346576232787,"sku":"EB-147417562829","price":179.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/4160\/8275\/files\/57_a91c32f7-8a8e-4a57-8610-eef463104427.jpg?v=1784451795","url":"https:\/\/mahnandco.co.uk\/products\/smiths-st-paul-s-bakelite-mantel-clock-bim-bam-chime-fully-serviced-working","provider":"Mahn and Co Clock Repairs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}